MTLNOVEL Chapter 1300 Internal Conflicts
Even though Zhao Dingshi and Li Yuanba have been in cahoots with each other for some time and seem to be in the same boat, in fact, they both know in their hearts that the conflict between them is irreconcilable.
Although Zhao Dingshi was corrupted by power and interests and went against his original intention of reforming the Lingjian Sect, this was only because of the external pressure from Zhou Yiqiao and the other four.
If it weren't for the biggest external conflict involving Zhou Yiqiao and the other three, Zhao Dingshi would probably have already competed with Li Yuanba for the position of the leader of the Lingjian Sect.
Now this elder proposed to let a part of the forces leave first to preserve the foundation of Lingjian Sect, but at this time he put the conflict between the two sides on the table.
This part of the force that left first was naturally able to retain most of its strength, laying the groundwork for seizing power from the Lingjian Sect later.
The two men's desire for power has now reached its peak, so they will naturally try their best to squeeze more of their own power into the group of forces that evacuated first.
Use them as bargaining chips for future games with your confidants and trusted aides.
Zhao Dingshi laughed secretly in his heart, but on the surface he pretended to still be concerned about the Lingjian Sect, and said slowly.
"Although this plan is brilliant, we must proceed with caution to avoid alerting the enemy and letting Zhou Yiqiao and the others know about it."
"We need to plan in secret to ensure that every link is watertight."
"How about this, let's put this matter aside for a few days. Once we have officially found the whereabouts of Xu Hanchang and the other three, we will take further action."
Upon hearing this, Li Yuanba smiled slightly, with a hint of cunning in his eyes.
He knew very well that what Zhao Dingshi said was just a delaying tactic, intended to buy time so that they could each make better arrangements in private.
But he did not expose it, instead he continued with the topic.
"Elder Zhao is absolutely right. We really can't act too hastily."
"However, since we have to act in secret, we need more sophisticated planning and a tight intelligence network."
"I have several disciples who are good at hiding and spying, and they may be useful."
The elder who raised the question saw that Li Yuanba and Zhao Dingshi were so hesitant and did not put the safety of Lingjian Sect first. He understood what they were thinking and tactfully shut his mouth.
As the atmosphere in the hall gradually became solemn, although Li Yuanba and Zhao Dingshi remained calm on the surface, their hearts were already surging.
After the two discussed some matters about strengthening the Lingjian Sect's defense, Zhao Dingshi found an excuse to leave the hall.
Li Yuanba looked at Zhao Dingshi's departing back, a sneer flashed in his eyes.
"Zhao Dingshi, do you think I don't know what you are up to? You are still a little naive if you want to play dirty tricks on me."
He snorted coldly, and the smile on his face disappeared instantly, replaced by a sinister look.
"Someone, go get the Great Elder for me."
"Yes, Sect Master."
A disciple took the order and left.
Not long after, an old man in a black robe and with a sinister face walked into the hall.
"Sect Master, are you looking for me?"
"Great Elder, how are you doing with the things I asked you to do?"
Li Yuanba stared at the Great Elder with a low voice.
"Don't worry, Master. Everything is ready. We are just waiting for your order."
The Great Elder bowed.
"Okay, go and make arrangements immediately. Let my trusted disciples evacuate the Lingjian Sect secretly. Remember, we must keep it secret and not let Zhao Dingshi's people find out."
"As ordered."
The great elder took the order and disappeared in the hall in a flash.
Li Yuanba watched the Great Elder leave, with an even more vicious look in his eyes.
"Zhao Dingshi, when I have evacuated all my trusted aides, the Spirit Sword Sect will be yours. At that time, the position of Sect Leader you want will naturally fall on your head. But at that time, you will have to think about how to defend this mess on your own!"
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At the same time, Zhao Dingshi had also returned to his residence.
He closed the door, and the smile on his face disappeared instantly, replaced by a hideous look.
"Li Yuanba, do you think you can hide your little tricks from me? If you want to fight me, I will make sure you die without a burial place."
A hint of murderous intent flashed in his eyes, and then he shouted coldly.
"Someone is coming."
"My subordinate is here."
A monk in black appeared silently in front of Zhao Dingshi.
"Go, inform the monks under my command and ask them to prepare for evacuation. Remember, you must move quickly and not let Li Yuanba's men find you."
"As ordered."
The black-robed monk took the order and disappeared in the room in a flash.
Zhao Dingshi watched the black-robed monk leave, and the ferocious look in his eyes became even more intense.
"Li Yuanba, just wait. When my people leave, that will be your death."
A hint of ruthlessness flashed in his eyes, and then he sat down cross-legged and began to regulate his breathing, preparing for the upcoming battle.
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At this time, Zhou Yiqiao and his three companions had been lying in ambush outside the Lingjian Sect for several days.
During this period, they witnessed with their own eyes that the Lingjian Sect closed the mountain gate and strictly controlled entry and exit, but they did not take the next step. It seemed that they just buried their heads in the ground and pretended nothing had happened.
However, Zhou Yiqiao knew very well that this temporary calm was just the calm before the storm, and the undercurrents within the Lingjian Sect were much more complicated than they had imagined.
"Brother Zhou, do you think they have discovered us?"
Xu Hanchang asked with some concern.
"will not."
Zhou Yiqiao shook his head.
"They are so busy taking care of themselves right now that they don't even think we are at their doorstep."
"How long do we have to wait?"
Li Mubai asked.
"They have been silent for so many days without any further action. There must be some irreconcilable differences within the sect."
"I believe it won't take long before they reveal their flaws."
A gleam of light flashed in Zhou Yiqiao's eyes.
"Don't worry, that day won't be too far away."
The four continued to lurk, waiting for the best opportunity.
Meanwhile, within the Lingjian Sect, the secret game between Li Yuanba and Zhao Dingshi was also quietly going on.
Both sides were secretly deploying troops and preparing their own backup plans.
The entire Lingjian Sect was like the calm before the storm; calm on the surface, but turbulent in secret.
Finally, one night three days later, two teams of monks left the mountain gate one after another and flew towards the south.
The two teams moved on the left and right at an incredibly fast speed. In almost the blink of an eye, they were quickly leaving into the distance in the consciousness of Zhou Yiqiao and the other three.
A trace of determination flashed in Zhou Yiqiao's eyes. He quickly stood up and gave instructions to Xu Hanchang, Li Mubai and another companion beside him.
"One of the teams consists of Zhao Dingshi's trusted monks. If I'm guessing correctly, these two teams should be the retreat routes reserved by Li Yuanba and Zhao Dingshi, to ensure that they will each have a way out if the internal struggle of the sect gets out of control."
"Our chance has come!"